Reached the center of Imperia Oneglia we are ready to face the 3 leaders (Berta-Mimosa-Mele).
At the top of Capo Berta we stop to admire the Gulf of Diano Marina and to photograph the cycling monument dedicated to Coppi and Bartoli. Before facing Capo Mimosa we stop to visit the historic village of Cervo Ligure and its coral square overlooking the sea. At the height of Capo Mimosa we could enjoy the view of the Gulf of Alassio and Gallinara island, from the particular turtle shape, before facing the fast descent that will lead us to Laigueglia and then sprint on the straight until Alassio.
Compulsory coffee break for a photo in front of the “Alassio wall” and a walk on the pier to recharge the batteries and be ready to face Capo Mele and Capo Mimosa, also called Capo Cervo.
After reaching Diano Marina we will return to Imperia along the sea road called “Unfinished” overlooking the Galeazza cliffs.
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Taking the cycle path to San Lorenzo al mare, a gentle ride with breathtaking views of the cliffs and the beaches of the Riviera will take us to the hospital.
For a short distance we reach the Aurelia Bordighera and Vallecrosia for 7 km in the Val Nervia until we reach Dolceacqua, where we will stop for about an hour to admire the Doria Castle.
We retrace the same route as the way back but we could enjoy a different perspective on the wonderful views of the coast.
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Once we start from Villa Giada Resort we quickly move on the SS1 via Aurelia towards Genoa until we reach the historic center of Oneglia, precisely in Piazza Dante. We take the ss28 towards North (Turin) along the original route, avoiding the tunnels up to Chiusanico. Then, we deviate down the valley towards Borgomaro, where a break is a must, in order to take a photo in front of the San Lazzaro Reale stone bridge. Here, it begins the 18 km climb (11 mi) towards Caravonica, with an average grade of 5,3% and tears of 12% in the final part. Once the Colle San Bartolomeo is reached, we stop for a technical break and a cappuccino to tackle the 7 km (4 mi) of sloping ground up to San Bernardo di Conio first, and then the final 2,5 km (1,55 mi), with slopes up to 12%, to reach Colle d’Oggia.
After the customary group photo and wearing the windbreaker, a beautiful hill of hairpin bends and fast changes of direction will lead us to Carpasio first, and then, once we reach the bottom of the valley, to Badalucco. Then, we will take our second technical break in Taggia, a beautiful medieval village that is worth a visit.
Once we reach the cycle lane along the Argentina stream, we will keep going up to the sea and the coastal path that we will ride westwards for a quick return to Villa Giada Resort.
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The route extends over the Maritime Alps, and precisely from Nava or Col di Nava, about 40 minutes drive from Imperia.
Nava FreeRide shuttle service is available at Nava. (Info at the reception.)
The Carpenter descent is a single track with a decent slope, very funny. Attention to the finish with some slippery rocks and somewhere a little steeper, have fun.
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The route extends over the Maritime Alps, and precisely from Nava or Col di Nava, about 40 minutes drive from Imperia.
Nava FreeRide shuttle service is available at Nava. (Info at the reception.)
The path of the Owl presents a difficult descent with a steep slope and not very compact terrain. Along the path there is the variant for the Cucu path (marked) which is much more fluid and simple. Both arrive on the same road a few meters away from each other.
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The route develops with departure from the Resort.
The paved panoramic road leads us to the village of Vasia between dry-stone walls, a UNESCO heritage site, and centuries-old olive trees. Reached the typical village, a demanding climb brings us to the Vetta del Monte Acquarone with its chapel where to the east we will have the whole Impero valley with its villages to the west, the Caramagna valley and to the south the sea. Let’s take the single track that first on the ridge and then on the west side brings us back to the valley bottom.
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